Sinopsis
Elevate Empathy's Share Chair Podcast has one simple message: LEARN FROM LISTENING. Hear our stories--and hear yourself in them.We're talking to seemingly simple people to hear their not-so-simple stories. By doing so, we shine light on the fact that everyone has hidden talents, hidden opinions, hidden aspirations. One just has to take the time to get to know them.
Episodios
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Episode 160--Zus, Rijk, and Tommy, the Netherlands
03/02/2019 Duración: 12minIn our first episode from the Netherlands, Zus, Rijk, and Tommy share their lives by discussing their jobs, their families, their travel. They even discuss their reasoning for wanting to travel to the United States. These young people have big hopes and dreams. Take a listen--and learn from listening.
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Ep. 159--Volunteer, Lauren Constantine
27/01/2019 Duración: 11minSenior Lauren Constantine discusses the ways in which she has found a life in volunteering. Of course, there is a line and sometimes signing up for so many extracurriculars can force difficult choices which leads to lessons in time management. Great learning for any teenager! In Lauren, you will hear the desire for volunteering and the struggle to find the time. This is an exceptional young woman with a fulfilling life ahead.
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Ep. 158--The Value of Knowledge, Roni Marron
20/01/2019 Duración: 13minBeloved teacher, Roni Marron, discusses the value of knowledge. And, if you know Ms. Marron, you would know--she has A LOT of knowledge. In our first episode of 2019, Roni discusses knowledge and her own path to sharing that with high school students.
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157--Engaged Freshman, Inez Allard
16/12/2018 Duración: 10minIn our last episode of 2018, take a listen to Inez Allard. Fresh 15-year-old and Fresh-person, Inez has found an immediate taking to social justice opportunities at school: The Chalkboard Project and Skate for Change. Listen to the reasons Inez is drawn to these projects and why you should be, too. https://www.thechalkboardproject.com https://skateforchange.org Finally, thank you for making 2018 the most listened to year for The Share Chair Project. Keep sharing episodes to LEARN FROM LISTENING. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!
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156--Master Teacher, Joe Sinn
09/12/2018 Duración: 13minJoe Sinn is considered a masterful teacher by anyone who has had the privilege of being in his class. Before his students can learn the curriculum, Joe understands the need for them to feel comfortable and safe in his room. Joe Sinn lives empathy and The Share Chair Podcast is pleased to announce that he will be taking over as the teacher-leader in Spring Lake while David Theune tries to grow the podcast internationally in the Netherlands. Welcome to the podcast, Mr. Sinn.
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155--Finding Purpose, Elden Maynard, Part 2
06/12/2018 Duración: 08minA "heads up" to listeners: there is some explicit language in this podcast. We continue on with Elden's story with what he's learned since his post-secondary adventures. If you haven't listened to Part 1, we suggest doing so to more fully understand and appreciate the journey of Elden's discovering self-love and self-value.
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154--Finding Purpose, Elden Maynard, Part 1
02/12/2018 Duración: 09minIn an episode too compelling to put into ten minutes, we've decided to share Elden's story in two episodes. In Part 1, Elden discusses how "the file of his life has been corrupted". From Spring Lake to the University of Michigan, life has simply not gone the way Elden expected it to go. But--he's working on it. Take a listen to this incredible story of Spring Lake alum, Elden Maynard. To find out more about Elden's journey, tune in to HIS podcast, LETTERS TO MYSELF, found everywhere you find podcasts.
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153--Running is Life, The Hylen Twins
18/11/2018 Duración: 11minUsually, Andrew and Ben just let their running do their talking, but we were able to get them to say a few more words on The Share Chair Podcast. For the Hylen twins, running means more than just pounding the pavement. Of course, they're more than fast; they're nice, deep thinking young men as well.
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Ep. 152--Cerebral Palsy Won't Keep Me Down, Hendrik, Hamilton High
11/11/2018 Duración: 12minThe best version of The Share Chair Podcast is when other schools share their own students' stories and we ALL listen in. Welcome back, Hamilton High School. We're happy to have you. Now-- Hendrik is a 17-year-old exchange student from Germany. Leaving family and friends and traveling across the globe for a year would be scary for any teenager much less one living with cerebral palsy. Listen to Hendrik's inspiring story about how he has chosen not to let his disability stop him from doing what he loves.
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Ep. 151--Project Hand-in-Hand, Claire Peterson
04/11/2018 Duración: 10minClaire is pretty well known at her school for doing 60 yards worth of backhand springs. But, this winter, she's trying to do something even more important by starting Project Hand-in-Hand. Take a listen. Then, help her movement by giving: locally, by giving directly to St. Mary's. To our listeners in other parts of the world, just give to any deserving charity, but look for ones run by teenagers.
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Ep. 150--Dad is Running for Office, Mia Davidson
28/10/2018 Duración: 11minThis week, Mia describes her unique position: the daughter of a man who is running for political office. Of course, it's exciting. Of course, it's exhausting. Thanks for listening to The Share Chair Podcast and keep on spreading the episodes.
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Ep. 149--Suicide Prevention, Brendan Bromley
21/10/2018 Duración: 12minIn one of our most gripping interviews, Brendan discusses how losing his father culminated in an attempt to take his own life--and how counseling and a reminder of his self-worth have allowed for a remarkable rebound. This is one episode you don't want to miss. This is one episode to share with others; it's actually part of Brendan's personal mission.
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Ep. 148--Tech Center's Value, Drew Billingsley
14/10/2018 Duración: 10minDrew Billingsley's education has taken a unique turn: from AP classes in his junior year to technical school in his senior year. Listen to him describe the value of the shift for him. This young man is looking at education in a different light from so many of his peers. Listen and share with students or parents who might benefit from this message.
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Ep. 147--Sacrificing Fun, Gracie VanLangevelde
30/09/2018 Duración: 11minIn order to play soccer at the level Gracie plays soccer, she's had to give up a lot of plain old teenager fun. Of course, there's been some outstanding payoff, too: being mentored by great coaches and mentoring up-and-coming keepers. Additionally, Gracie discusses the value of recent mission trips and her passion for volunteering. Thanks for listening! Remember to keep passing the podcast on to friends so they can find connections in these teens.
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Ep. 146--Supportive Siblings, The Kaurichs: Mitchell and Madison
23/09/2018 Duración: 10minNo. They're not twins. Yes. They ARE in the same grade. Now, let's move on shall we? Madison and Mitchell discuss the ways in which a 2nd grade decision bonded them together. Now, they feel the power of their sibling connection in unexpected ways: they push each other, they support each other, they want the best for each other. What a great story to share with anyone!
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Episode 145--A Circular Career, Cavin Mohrhardt
17/09/2018 Duración: 10minWhat a life this man has had: from growing up in small-town Spring Lake, to starring on his collegiate basketball team, to flying helicopters in the Marines, to an administrative position back in his hometown. A lot of people make assumptions about this athletic director, but it's always best to hear about Cavin's life from--well--Cavin.
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Episode 144--You've Got to Try, Cam Parsons
09/09/2018 Duración: 11minMeet Cam. He has tried a LOT of things in his young life: football, soccer, baseball, and so much more with the loving push of his father. Then, after being on the JV football team LAST year, Cam decided to try something else: drum major of a highly-acclaimed high school marching band. Cam's energy is infectious as he offers us this important lesson.
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Episode 143--A View of Winning and Senior Year, Gavin Alban
02/09/2018 Duración: 10minGavin Alban sits in on The Share Chair to discuss his team's first win this season--after getting no wins all last season. (The Lakers have now won two in a row and has a real taste of winning.) But that's not all. Gavin has just started his senior year and discusses all the excitement (and some concern) that goes along with it.
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Episode 142--Rise to the Expectation, John Coughenour
08/06/2018 Duración: 16minEach the year, The Share Chair Podcast likes to capture the voice of a retiree. While there are many great voices from which to choose, this year, we asked counselor, John Coughenour to share his vision of retirement and ask about his gaze in the past. Additionally, we were delighted to open our email and find a middle school listener's recording of an important essay. It's a personal narrative about her experience as multi-racial. Enjoy the last episode of Season 3--and don't forget to keep listening throughout the whole year. See you again in August.
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Episode 141--Seek Your Passion, Sam Negen
03/06/2018 Duración: 11minIn this week's episode, we get to hear Sam Negen discuss his passion for photography and how that translates into his passion for learning, landscapes, and people. This is an episode that will get you energized for your week. We have just one week left in Season 3 of The Share Chair Podcast. Next week, we'll talk to John Coughenhour as he leaves the high school doors for the last time.